This premiere retrospective highlights the compelling career of artist Lone Wolf (Hart M. Schultz; 1883-1970), whose artwork bridged the diverse cultures of the Old and New West. The exhibition features a selection of Lone Wolf’s paintings, rare sculptures, illustrated books and ephemera that illuminate his contributions as a contemporary Blackfeet Indian artist and one of the first American Indian artists to paint in an academic style. It also discusses his significant role in capturing the accounts of the individuals and events that shaped the American frontier during the first half of the 20th century.
Closed on Mondays.
Curt treats the blank page as a mini-theater, a place where narratives unfold as a drawing takes shape. From a group of random forms, what once appeared to be a pillow on a bed may prove to be a valiant knight, saving a child from monsters.
Jewish Family and Children’s Services will be presenting an Ethical Will Workshop for the Jewish Community on Thursday, August 11 from 1-3pm at Handmaker. (2221 North Rosemont Boulevard, Tucson.)
Rabbi Stephanie Aaron of Congregation Chaverim, and a board member of JFCS of Southern Arizona, will be leading this thought provoking workshop at Handmaker. She says that “Writing an ethical will is an opportunity to examine our lives, to notice what we hold as precious and meaningful at the core of our beings. What are the values that we have treasured in our living? Who are the people who have shown us the way? How have our mistakes shaped and enlivened us? What are the great questions we have asked in our lives? What are the answers we have discovered? Writing an ethical will is a process of life review, celebration and legacy.”
This workshop is funded by JFCS of Southern Arizona’s Project STAR grant from the Jewish Community Foundation of Southern Arizona’s Community Grants Program. Grants to Jewish organizations through the Community Grants Program are made in partnership with the Jewish Federation of Southern Arizona.
This event is free of charge and light refreshments will be served. RSVPs can be made online at https://jfcstucson.org/ethical-wills-workshop-registration/, or by calling Nanci Levy at 520-322-3632.
Music & Me! A parent and child music class every Friday morning at the EVJCC. Taught by Hannah Creviston, Assistant Professor of Music at ASU, she uses an innovative curriculum to aid in developing musical potential of young children ages newborn through 18 months.
Shabbat rocks downtown! As part of our Monsoon Membership Madness, join Rabbi Samuel M. Cohon, the Armon Bizman Band and soloist Lindsey O’Shea at the Jewish History Museum for an innovative, inspirational expression of Shabbat. Dessert oneg follows. Free and open to all.
Simchat Shabbat Special Needs Services
Nine Years of Accessible Services!
Council For Jews With Special Needs (CJSN), a nonprofit agency devoted to providing programs, services, and resources to help those in the Jewish Community with disabilities, and their families, is pleased to announce the dates for the 2016 Summer Simchat Shabbat Season.
SATURDAY, JUNE 25th and AUGUST 13th, 2016 at Temple Emanuel of Tempe
– click here for more 2015-2016 season dates & locations
All services begin at noon and last approximately 45 minutes. The general public is encouraged to join the services.
The first Simchat Shabbat service took place at Congregation Beth Israel (CBI) in 2007. The goal was to have a place where adults with special needs and their families could worship together. The service was created in partnership with CBI including specially designed prayer books that were funded through a generous community grant. With the success of the school year, summer services were added at Temple Emanuel of Tempe. In 2008, Simchat Shabbat won the esteemed Belle Latchman Community Service Award for Best Project Enhancing the Quality of Jewish Life.
“Nine years in, and it is still the most joyous service you will ever attend,” said Stacy Rosenthal, co-creator of Simchat Shabbat. “Everyone is welcome and no one is turned away. The only rule, it is a “no shush” service and a place where God hears all prayers.”
Simchat Shabbat reservations are not required, but appreciated. Please call the CJSN offices at (480) 629-5343 or send an e-mail to sherri@cjsn.org, to let us know when you will be joining us, how many in your party, or for any questions.
Council Information:
Council For Jews With Special Needs (CJSN)
Amy DL Hummell, Executive Director
(480) 629-5343
Temple Kol Ami will hold a family-friendly Open House Saturday, August 13 featuring guided tours, free pizza dinner, bounce house, splashpad … and even “Pokemon Go.”
Temple Kol Ami just so happens to have a Pokestop on its grounds, a designated area where “Pokemon Go” players collect items to use in the game. The Temple will be using lures to attract rare Pokemon to the area during the Open House.
“At Temple Kol Ami our slogan is ‘where innovation meets tradition,’ so I think it’s perfect that we’re using this technology at our new member open house. I have four kids myself, and I finally downloaded the game so we can play together. I’ve been surprised at how much fun it is and appreciate how it encourages us all to be active together,” said Rabbi Jeremy Schneider.
The Open House will go from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. It is free and open to all in the Jewish Community looking for a new shul. Temple Kol Ami is offering a special, limited time promotion for non-members and previous members who wish to rejoin. New members who join before September 15 receive six months of free membership.
“Our temple has always had a reputation for being kid-friendly and education-centric. One of our goals for this open house is to shine a light on our outstanding Early Childhood Center and its many enrichment programs. So I’m hoping that families with young children will appreciate the relevancy of how we’re using ‘Pokemon Go’ and jump at the chance to catch a rare game character while they check out our programs and get to know each other. It’s clear that this game is bringing together all sorts of people all over the world. So why not use it as a tool for social engagement in the Jewish community?,” said Nancy Drapin, Executive Director.
Though the August 13 open house is family-centric, Temple Kol Ami will hold an additional new member open house geared towards adults on Sunday, September 11.
Feeling shy? Don’t be. Feel free to reach out to Temple Kol Ami’s Executive Director Nancy Drapin at nancyd@templekolami.org or 480-951-9660. Nancy will personally introduce you to our congregation and help make you feel welcome.
Start the day off right on August 14th with a round of Top Golf and Schmooze friends! This event is for all Schmooze singles and couples (30s & 40s). The cost is $25 plus a one-time lifetime membership ($5). Schmooze will be covering the appetizers! To reserve your space, please RSVP at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6T7PQ7T.
You can find more details on our Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/events/139278659843430) or Meetup page (https://www.meetup.com/azschmooze/events/233055250).
WELCOME TO BELAKOVSKAIA CHESS ACADEMY – a Unique Fast-Learning Chess Program for Children in the Southwest U.S.
THE UNIQUE TRAINING PROGRAM IS DESIGNED BY ANJELINA BELAKOVSKAIA – A 3-TIME U.S. WOMEN’S CHESS CHAMPION, WOMAN INTERNATIONAL GRANDMASTER, WORLD CHAMPION AMONG STUDENTS (USSR TEAM) AND LEADER OF THE US OLYMPIC CHESS TEAM
My philosophy is to challenge kids through fast pace, very creative, yet highly organized and logical experience, that broadens their horizons, amazes them at what they are capable of and sets them off to explore and compete.
My goal is to help students develop critical thinking skills that they can utilize on the chess board and beyond, simultaneously preparing them to the States and National competitions.
Chess and Academic Achievements: Numerous studies have proven the benefit of chess in boosting academic achievements – http://www.psmcd.net/otherfiles/BenefitsOfChessInEdScreen2.pdf – and I strongly believe in it from my own experience – most of my students are taking Advanced Math, Reading and other subjects.
Schedule: 16 Weeks –
FALL 1 (8 weeks): Aug 14, 21, 28, Sep 4, 11, 18, 25, Oct 2
Break (1 week)
FALL 2 (8 weeks): Oct 16, 23, 30, Nov 6, 13, 20, __, Dec 4, 11
Each class is limited to 10 students.
OUR PHOTO ALBUMS & MEDIA COVERAGE:
1st Individual and Family Team Chess Tournament in Tucson
PBS / Arizona Public Media (05/27/2014): “US Chess Champion: Game Can Expand Kids Skills”
UA@Work: “National Champion Teaches Students How Business Is Like Chess”
Chess and Science Festival and All-Girls Chess Tournament at Flandrau Science Center – video
Find updates at: https://www.facebook.com/BelakovskaiaChessAcademy
All are welcome to Beth El’s Tisha B’Av Mincha service and observance.